20 Amici – 40 Ricette (20 Friends ― 40 Recipes): Friends and Food from the Heart of Chianti (John Bersani, Nico Schinco)

Truly experience the Chianti region—with over 40 authentic Tuscan recipes & stories from locals who will feel like friends.

“Just when you think there can’t possibly be anything left to discover about the food and culture of Tuscany . . . here comes John Bersani with an alluring personal tribute to the place, its cuisine, and most of all, its people."—Domenica Marchetti, author of The Glorious Pasta of Italy and Preserving Italy

Experience what it’s like to not only eat in Tuscany, but also how it feels to live there. With traditional Tuscan recipes, heartwarming stories, and insider’s tips from local chefs and family cooks in 20 Amici – 40 Ricette you’ll learn—and taste—why that translates to 20 Friends, 40 Great Recipes.

Feel like you’re wandering the streets of Gaiole, a Tuscan village named “One of Europe’s Most Idyllic Places to Live” by Forbes, as you meet local chefs who share their stories and recipes, from a creamy Risotto Semplice (basic risotto) to a tantalizing Branzino al Forno (whole roasted Mediterranean sea bass). Bring a taste of authentic Italian cooking to your kitchen and a touch of Tuscany to your home with the tales from locals who will feel like friends.